Whether you’re completely re-fitting your bathroom or simply require some adjustments, choosing the right shower screen is important. Not only are shower screens essential and practical, but they can also be a great visual component. There are many different shower screen sizes and styles, so you will need to look at everything carefully before deciding on the right one.
Some things to consider:
- You will need to make lots of measurements and diagrams to ensure that the shower screen you’re buying will be appropriate in the space provided. If you’re renovating, then you can draw up a plan from scratch, but if you’re just replacing the shower screen, then you’ll need to measure according to the objects already in the bathroom. (You’ll need to make sure your shower screen won’t hit anything, and that the opening of the door is comfortable to get out of.)
- When completing some measurements, you also need to ensure that the shower screen will fit the shower appropriately. It’s vital that the shower screen size completely covers the space between the rest of the shower, or else you’ll have water getting out of the shower.
- Depending on what style you’re looking for in your shower will determine which shower screen door you’ll choose; there are many options with this also. You can get a pivot door, fixed panel, corner unit, sliding door, and fixed & swing.
- Shower screens come in pre-made sizes, as well as custom measurements, so make sure to find the arrangement that suits you best.
The Types Of Framing For Shower Screens:
Fully Framed Shower Screen:
When you look at popularity, when it comes to shower screens, the fully framed designs are most common. Due to the more basic assembly required for a fully framed shower screen, the overall price is a lot cheaper than any other design. Most older shower screens are fully framed, but you can find a lot of modern, fully framed designs that can suitably blend in with your bathroom. If you want the cheaper option, a fully framed shower screen is the first choice.
Semi-Frameless Shower Screen:
Your semi-frameless shower screen design has less framing than the fully framed type. You’ll find this type of shower screen to have framing at the top and bottom of certain panels; however, some panels will be frameless. As such, this type of framing is the middle ground between fully framed and frameless. It’s often chosen because it’ cheaper than frameless but has a sleek and modern look compared to fully framed.
Fully Frameless:
With the fully frameless (or frameless) design, you’re right at the high end of the scale in terms of price; however, many would argue this is also the most rewarding visual choice. With no framing or rubber on any part of the shower screen, you only get panels of clear glass. Most people find the clear class easier to keep clean, and it provides a very sophisticated look to the bathroom. The downside to this type of shower screen is that it’s more fragile, as it has less support than your fully framed or semi-frameless design.
Additional Choices:
Not only can you choose the frame support of your shower screen, but you can also look at purchasing glass that differs in opacity. As such, the glass is not different; its surface is simply adjusted.
Clear:
Clear glass for your shower screen is the most common choice, as it
Frosted:
As the name suggests, this is glass that has been detailed with a frosted look, making it perfect for privacy. You cannot see through the glass, as it has been rendered. Glass is frosted through a few different techniques; one way is sandblasting. Depending on what you desire, you can have all parts of your shower screen frosted, or just some elements.
Tinted:
Tinted shower screens also function to reduce visibility through the glass; however, it’s different from frosted glass because it’s an additional coat that’s added to the glass, and can come in many colours. Most popular colours include green and blue shades. You’ll need to be cautious when deciding to tint any of your shower screen panels, as the colour will need to suit the room or your design idea.
As you can see there is a great variety of choices when it comes to choosing the right shower screen for your renovations or installations. You really need to look into all these aspects before you stand firmly with one choice. With this basic information, you can go on to further research your ideas and look at examples of modern shower screens. You can really be creative when looking at shower screens, so make sure you do some thorough research.
You’ll find there are many glazier companies out there that can build custom-made shower screens or provide you with styles and sizes already created.
Just take your time and enjoy the possibilities!
